thefictionvixens Chapter 70: The Olive Branch from the Mech University!
Chapter 70: The Olive Branch from the Mech University!
When Wang Xing's two clear and resolute words fell, the entire circular council hall fell silent for a moment.
He Changfeng was slightly taken aback, then a hearty smile spread across his face. He clapped his hands loudly, his eyes full of admiration: "Good eye."
"When I introduced the four super S-class mecha modification parts just now, I had already made a judgment in my mind. Each of the four treasures has its own strengths, but the [Tai Bai] overclocking vibration fusion crystal is the riskiest and most dependent on the martial artist's own foundation."
"If an ordinary martial artist obtains this fusion crystal, they will either be unable to withstand the high-frequency vibrations that damage the mecha's transmission shaft, or their physical body will be unable to withstand the shock force, injuring their muscles and bones. But you are different."
He Changfeng's gaze never left Wang Xing: "The Myriad Manifestations Prajna Divine Power at the Subtle Level is itself an ultimate martial art for physical exertion. Combined with Titan Bone Marrow Gel to enhance the body's load-bearing capacity, it's an offensive and defensive combination. The berserk armor-piercing technique paired with a top-tier physical body is a combination perfectly tailor-made for you."
"Extreme physical strength to withstand the purest destructive power. If you succeed on this path, you will be absolutely invincible among those of the same level, unstoppable and unstoppable!"
Director He laughed heartily as he quickly entered instructions on the control panel.
With the crisp sound of mechanical gears meshing, a specially made, temperature-controlled suitcase gleaming with a metallic sheen slowly rose.
"This is Titan bone marrow gel."
Director He gently pushed the incubator in front of Wang Xing, ran his finger along the side of the incubator, and the lid popped open silently.
Inside was a tube of dark red liquid, like molten lava just drawn from a living creature, flowing slowly under the constraint of a specially made glass tube, occasionally bubbling out one or two bubbles with a soft "pop" sound.
"The method of use is very simple: intramuscular injection, directly into the large muscle group with the most active blood flow, such as the outer thigh or the deltoid muscle of the shoulder."
Director He held up two fingers: "Two key points. First, you must get your body into peak physical condition before the injection. Practice a set of standing meditation exercises to get your blood and qi fully energized. Once the medicine enters your body, it will penetrate your muscle fibers like living iron filings. If your blood and qi flow is not fast enough, it will get stuck halfway, causing local muscle calcification."
He pointed to his arm: "Second, the injection process lasts about forty seconds. During those forty seconds, you'll feel countless red-hot steel needles drilling into your bone simultaneously. If you can endure it, its genes will begin to rewrite your muscle memory."
"In addition, within 48 hours after the injection, your appetite will increase to five to eight times your usual amount. You should eat more foods that nourish your blood and qi, preferably meat from the Abyss Beast or nutritional meals of grade A or higher. Your body needs a massive amount of raw materials to build new muscle fibers."
Director He then swiftly presented Wang Xing with a constant-temperature metal box emitting white, cool air.
"This is a gel blocker that will provide some protection. If you feel unwell, get it injected immediately for protection."
"Go to the Mecha Hospital in Rongcheng for injections in three days. I will arrange for someone to deliver these two items there in advance."
"Understood, thank you for your guidance, Director He." Wang Xing nodded.
"As for the [Taibai] overclocking oscillation crystal fusion, you can't take it with you now."
Director He turned around and pointed to the dark gold crystal inside the explosion-proof glass enclosure behind him, which was tightly locked by three dark blue force fields.
Even through the specially made glass, the surface of the object still appears to have countless invisible blades frantically cutting through the air, causing sonic booms.
"This thing has a terrible temper and is extremely unstable. Just find any outdoor workshop, and the moment the welding torch touches it, it can blow half your city block to rubble in an instant."
Director He quickly tapped a few buttons on the terminal. "I've already requested the highest level of access from above and made a reservation for you at 9:00 AM five days from now at the 'First Mecha Modification Room' underground in Rongcheng City. When you arrive, bring your battle sword. A grandmaster-level military forging master will personally operate a high-dimensional furnace to perfectly integrate this crystal into your weapon's power shaft. Until then, it'll have to stay in the air-conditioned warehouse."
"Okay, I'll be there on time with my knife."
"Alright, the champion's reward is set. Now, the three of you can choose your own resources in turn." He Changfeng raised his hand, signaling to open the booth access to the remaining three.
After Wang Xing made his choice, the remaining three also stepped forward and made their choices that best suited their own style.
As the runner-up, Wang Taishi took home the S-rank [Earth Core Marrow Fluid] and a [Heavy Armor Hardening Coating] that could significantly increase the density of the mecha's outer armor. His goal was clear: since his defense had been breached by Wang Xing, he would pursue the "Holy Stone Body" defensive path to the bitter end, training it to the point of utter despair.
Bai Lingxue chose an A-grade Qi and Blood Tonic with a focus on lightness and coldness, as well as a set of [Frostwind] mecha joint lubrication and acceleration kit.
Zhou Yuan then selected a potion that could enhance burst power and a kinetic exoskeleton modification kit.
Seeing that all four of them had received their own spoils, Director He Changfeng's smile gradually faded, replaced by the expectation of an elder and the solemnity of a soldier.
"Now that you've got everything, don't rush to show it off when you get back. Take these few days to digest it properly."
He Changfeng's gaze sharpened as he surveyed the four young people before him: "Remember, the end of the Hundred Schools Competition is not the end, but the beginning!"
"Rongcheng is just a corner of the Southwest region. Looking at the entire Federation, geniuses emerge one after another. In half a month, the province-wide unified mecha combat exam will begin. That will be a real meat grinder! The top geniuses from thousands of high schools across the province will be thrown into the same area to fight it out. I hope the four of you can stay humble and not be arrogant, and show the might of Rongcheng, letting the guys from other cities see what Rongcheng's high-end combat power is like!"
"We will keep the director's teachings in mind," the four replied in unison.
He Changfeng smiled and nodded, then added an important rule that all senior high school students were extremely concerned about: "Also, I want to remind all of you in advance, including all participating students outside the venue. The ranking of this year's 100 Schools Competition will be directly linked to the initial ranking of the provincial unified examination."
"The provincial exam's practical dungeon is a randomly generated wilderness starfield map. The quality of the initial spawn point directly determines the speed of resource acquisition and development in the early stages. The overall champion, Wang Xing, will have the best SS-level initial spawn point in this provincial exam. The runner-up and the top four will have progressively lower tiers. The higher the ranking, the greater the starting advantage."
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the people present all changed.
Wang Xing's heart stirred slightly, and he tightened his grip on the suitcase.
He certainly knew the importance of the provincial exam.
The ranking in the competition among 100 schools is not just about winning awards. More importantly, it directly determines the initial refresh position of candidates in the provincial civil service exam's "practice zone"!
As the top scorer in Chengdu, Wang Xing will undoubtedly be assigned to the most resource-rich and strategically advantageous core area during the provincial civil service exam. This is tantamount to getting a perfect start.
As long as he makes good use of this initial advantage, he can accumulate results like a snowball in the provincial exams and eventually break into the sights of the top universities in the country.
"Alright, you're all tired from fighting today, meeting adjourned! Go home and get some rest!"
With Director He's concise and to-the-point summary, the commendation ceremony, which had captivated the entire city, finally came to a close.
Government and military personnel left the scene one after another.
however.
Just as Wang Xing turned around to leave with Principal Li Zhengyuan, several figures tacitly blocked his way.
It represents the four major mecha universities.
The federal Ministry of Education has a strict rule: no top university may sign a "guaranteed admission contract" with a student before the provincial standardized test results are released.
But this is clearly no challenge for these "old foxes" who have been scrambling to recruit students for years.
The inability to sign a contract does not mean that investment cannot be made in advance.
It's no exaggeration to say that, given the outrageous fighting prowess Wang Xing displayed tonight, if it weren't for the rules, at least two professors present would have wanted to shove their admission letters into his mouth on the spot.
"Hello, Wang Xing. I am a professor in the Tactics Department of Pengcheng Mecha University."
The female professor wearing gold-rimmed glasses was the first to challenge, handing over a semi-transparent holographic business card that emitted a faint glow, her tone gentle yet revealing her boldness:
"Chengdu is a renowned cyber city in China, and our Pengda has built a top-of-the-line [Neuron Mech Modification Laboratory] in its high-tech zone. I see you chose 'Taibai Fusion Crystal,' which ordinary workshops can't handle. This is the highest-level access card for the laboratory. You are welcome to bring your mech for free modification anytime. Our chief technician is on standby 24 hours a day."
"Tch, modifying a mecha is nothing special. A real man still has to sweat it out in a gravity chamber!"
Director Zhao Gang of Longcheng Mechanical Engineering University squeezed through the crowd, standing like an iron tower in front of Wang Xing. He gruffly handed him a black metal plaque: "Young man, Longcheng Mechanical Engineering University has a 'Fifty Times Gravity Simulation Cabin' at the Rongcheng Underground Martial Arts City. Take this plaque, use it as you please! If you think the sparring robots aren't powerful enough, just give me a call anytime, and I can fly over and personally train you!"
The representative from Jinling Mecha University, though not very talkative, quietly handed over a black and gold card, stating succinctly: "Student Wang Xing, the Jinling Armory in Chengdu is open to you unconditionally. You can freely choose your own mecha weapon."
Wang Xing was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
Is this how geniuses are treated?
The places that high school students would normally fight tooth and nail to get into, and the sacred places of cultivation, were now being stuffed into his hands like cabbages.
Indeed, the world is unfair; geniuses always have the privilege of absolute priority.
"Cough cough..."
Just then, a slow, deliberate cough came from the side.
Associate Professor Chen Xuanzhou walked over with his hands behind his back and a smile on his face.
Unlike the previous three companies, he didn't pull out any fancy venue access cards. Instead, he looked at Wang Xing like a kind old neighbor.
"Wang Xing, I am Chen Xuanzhou from Shanghai Mecha University. You can just call me Professor Chen."
"They only provide the software. But a martial artist ultimately depends on their own hard strength."
Chen Xuanzhou laughed and said, "Wang Xing, our Shanghai Mecha University is the most focused on practical combat and killing among the four major universities. Your last strike today was indeed amazing. However, in my opinion, there are still a few minor flaws in your technique."
"Of course, I'm not here to recruit students today. We're just friends despite our age difference, so let's get to know each other. If you're looking for more practical combat skills, you can contact me anytime on the Beidou Yuan Universe virtual battle platform. I can provide you with one-on-one practical guidance, either online or offline."
Before Wang Xing could react, Bai Lingxue, who was standing not far away and preparing to leave, suddenly trembled and turned around abruptly.
That usually cold and aloof, stunningly beautiful face was now filled with astonishment and shock!
Because only she knew best how unapproachable Professor Chen from Shanghai University of Technology was in the field of practical teaching!
The Bai family spent a lot of money and used the father's connections to barely manage to get Chen Xuanzhou to be her off-campus tutor in the Yuan Universe, and she could only ask him for two hours a week.
Every time she went online, she had to be extremely respectful.
But now?
This Professor Chen actually offered to be Wang Xing's one-on-one sparring partner? He even said he'd "contact me anytime"?!
Bai Lingxue felt as if she had been struck by lightning at this moment.
Not only Bai Lingxue, but even Wang Yangming, who was following behind Chen Xuanzhou, was so shocked that his jaw almost dropped to the ground.
My tutor usually only gives brief guidance to top juniors at school, so is he possessed today?!
However, Wang Yangming was a shrewd person who had spent three years in college. After a half-second of mental blankness, he instantly realized what was happening.
Chen Xuanzhou's regard for and high regard for Wang Xing far exceeded his expectations.
"Junior Wang Xing!"
Wang Yangming then pulled out his mentor's black card with gold trim from his pocket, slapped it into Wang Xing's hand, and gripped his fingers tightly without saying a word.
"This is Professor Chen's business card. Take it. Ask me about minor matters at Magic University, and ask Professor Chen about major matters."
Say something.
Wang Yangming is indeed a shrewd assistant; he immediately understood Professor Chen's intentions the moment Professor Chen uttered a single fart.
The speed at which he hands out business cards is something that would take an ordinary person several years to learn.
Subsequently, the assistant professors from the other four major mecha universities also handed over their professors' business cards.
Looking at the four business cards in his hand, Wang Xing knew that from this moment on, the doors of the four major mecha universities had been opened a crack in front of him.
"Thank you, professors."